"I am excited to get on board and learn what I need to learn to take over the job and doing what I need to do for our community and our kids," Sutton said. "I appreciate all the people that encouraged me to run, and I would like to thank those who voted for me."

Hedges said he too is excited and humbled to be elected by his peers.

"I look forward to the next four years of working with the other board members in advancing our school districts to one of the top in the state," Hedges said.

This is the first time Hedges and Sutton have run for a school board seat.

Palladino, who was elected in 2008, could not be reached for comment by press time.

Hedges and Sutton will replace trustees John Schumacher and Susan Crane, who announced earlier this year they would not seek re-election after both served one term.